October 24, 2017- One of the best ways to diffuse a tense situation is to have a plan in place that church leaders, frontline staff and volunteers can follow when they see potential problems develop. Many churches establish a security team consisting of 3 to 8 members who can review this document to help identify […]
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A church is often viewed as a safe haven. Not only by the congregation members, staff and volunteers, but by the community it’s a part of. However, today’s reality proves that shootings and violent outbreaks are more commonplace and churches aren’t excluded from them. Most recently, the Antioch, Tennessee, church shooting that occurred on Sunday, […]
Executive Action on Health Care On Oct. 12, 2017, President Trump signed an Executive Order (EO) directing various departments to consider easing some health insurance rules related to small businesses, short-term health insurance policies and Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRAs). Through the EO, the Administration aims to provide Americans with more affordable choices and allow greater control […]
Your organization likely sponsors a variety of exciting activities, including trips. Ensure full participation and minimal risk in all of your activities by having each participant sign a carefully worded assumption of risk and release of liability. If you fail to fully disclose the potential risks of your activity, you expose your organization to potential […]
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Now a hot button subject even in the high school arena, this Concussion Protocol is invaluable for your use! It was written by The Masters University for their use and they have given us permission to pass it around. (click the image below for the full document) […]
Hurricane season has officially reached the halfway point, and this year’s active season has already caused much devastation. Whether you’re dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, are bracing yourself for Hurricane Irma, or are facing other storm damage and flooding, reviewing these safety resources can help ensure you, your loved ones and your organization […]
A regular police presence at or near your school, church and/or local neighborhood is a valuable crime-prevention strategy. In schools specifically, it can disrupt trouble spots that interfere with students traveling to and from school, prevent strangers from entering schools, identify students who are selling drugs or are under the influence of drugs, and more. Additionally, […]
Good governance is often the missing link between a successful organization that’s fulfilling its mission and one that’s struggling to survive. To learn more about how you can help your organization’s board govern effectively and appropriately, join GuideOne on Thursday, August 24 at 10 a.m. CT for our free webinar, “Boards on Board: Managing Governance […]
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For the first time since 1979, the United States will experience a total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017, meaning that the moon will completely cover the sun for a period of time that day. While everyone in the contiguous U.S. will be able to see at least a partial eclipse on August 21, residents […]
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When school is out and summer activities are in, organizations are looking to fill each day with meaningful activities for youth in their programs. These activities can provide enriching experiences and vast learning opportunities for the participants. However, they can also present a new set of risks different from activities during the academic year. For […]
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